So this is gonna be a tough post. After multiple tests on my heart including a Cardiac MRI and talking with multiple Cardiologists, I have been informed that I got a bad ticker. I have a Congenital bicuspid aortic valve with dilated aortic root. Unfortunately I was born with this
— David Michaud (@bulldawg_170) April 8, 2021
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By Steven Marrocco and Alexander K. Lee
MMA veteran David Michaud’s career could be over after he announced the cancellation of an upcoming fight with Rory MacDonald due to a congenital heart condition recently discovered by doctors.
Michaud, 32, broke the news Thursday on his Twitter account. He was set to face MacDonald on April 29 in the tournament-based PFL’s second Season 3 event, but said he has been diagnosed with a congenital bicuspid aortic valve with dilated aortic root. As a result, he said he’s at risk for a potentially fatal heart episode if he continues fighting.
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